TurboTax Tips

TurboTax Tips

Tax tips in 5 minutes or less. It’s the stuff about taxes that can help you but you might not know. And that’s OK, because we’re here all year to make taxes simple. Get real advice for real people presented by TurboTax -- where it’s never been easier or faster to get your taxes done right.

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March 20, 2023 2 mins
If you’re over 65-years-old or claimed as a dependent on someone else’s tax return, do you have to file a return yourself? Are there benefits to filing a tax return even if you don’t need to? Learn the facts in part 2 of our series, “Does Everyone Need to File an Income Tax Return?”.
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Not everyone needs to file an income tax return each year. Your income level or social security benefits may affect whether or not you need to file a tax return. And if you don’t, that takes a lot off your plate during tax time! Find out more in part 1 of our series, “Does Everyone Need to File an Income Tax Return?”.
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Did you file your taxes and then remember some income you didn’t include or a credit you could have qualified for? Don’t panic — the IRS created Form 1040X just for that reason! Listen to, “How to file an Amended Return with the IRS,” and learn how to amend your return with confidence!.
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Want to invest in yourself this year? The final idea in our series, “11 Fun Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund,” offers you a way to use your refund that will help you meet your fitness goals — and have fun in the process!.
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All aboard the fun bus! We’re giving you some inspiration to take a trip or have an experience. In part 5 of our series, “11 Fun Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund,” you’ll be grabbing your bucket list for our 9th and 10th ideas.
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Want to do something for yourself with your refund check? Consider going back to school or funding a hobby! It’s our 7th and 8th ideas in part 4 of our series, “11 Fun Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund.”.
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Make a difference with your tax refund money! That could either be in your house or in someone’s life. In part 3 of our series, “11 Fun Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund,” we have our 5th and 6th ideas.
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Cue the meditation music and grab a fluffy white robe. We’ll explain why you should head to the spa and take advantage of some tax time shopping deals, in part 2 of our series, “11 Fun Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund.” It’s time to relax with our 3rd and 4th ideas.
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Get a taste of luxury with your refund money! In part 1 of our series, “11 Fun Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund,” we have ways to treat yourself and others with our first 2 ideas.
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Are you wondering how soon after filing people get audited by the IRS? If you think it’s immediately, you need to listen to part 6 of our series, the “Top 5 Myths About Tax Audits.” Learn why you should keep your tax records around for at least 6 years.
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Do you believe that taking certain tax deductions may trigger an audit? If so, listen to part 5 of our series, the “Top 5 Myths About Tax Audits.” Discover the truth and take all the deductions you deserve!.
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You might think those with low to moderate incomes don’t get audited. That's our 3rd myth which we’re busting in our series, the “Top 5 Myths About Tax Audits.”.
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If you're nervous about meeting with an IRS agent if you're audited, don't be! You'll find out why in part 3 of our series, the “Top 5 Myths About Tax Audits.
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Afraid of an audit? Don’t be! We’ll explain why it can be simple to resolve as we dispel our first myth in part 2 of our series, the “Top 5 Myths About Tax Audits.”.
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February 28, 2023 2 mins
If you’re faced with an audit, don’t automatically panic! What you’re probably picturing in your head is likely false! In part 1 of our series, the “Top 5 Myths About Tax Audits,” we’re explaining what an audit is.
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Are you near retirement age and financially secure? If so, you may want to share your refund with others through a tax-free annual gift. Learn the rules by listening to the 7th tip in our series, “7 Smart Ways to Invest Your Tax Refund.”.
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There’s one way that credit cards can help you save money! Curious? Listen to the 6th tip in our series, “7 Smart Ways to Invest Your Tax Refund,” and learn how to use a credit card to your advantage.
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Are you itching to make an investment with your tax refund? Listen to the 4th and 5th tips in the next part of our series, “7 Smart Ways to Invest Your Refund,” and see how an investment in yourself could be beneficial to your future.
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Are you a homeowner? Or maybe you’re thinking of buying a home? Listen to the 3rd tip in our series, “7 Smart Ways to Invest Your Tax Refund,” and find out how to use your refund wisely when buying or maintaining a home!.
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Use your refund to maximize your 401(k) – and watch your retirement fund grow! In the 2nd tip in our series, “7 Smart Ways to Invest Your Tax Refund,” we give you the facts on why this is another great way to use your refund wisely.
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